Dataset Information

To look or not to look during vaccination: A pilot randomized trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Clinicians commonly advise patients to look away from the needle during vaccinations; however, this recommendation is not evidence based.

Aim

The aim of this study was to determine whether looking at the needle versus looking away affects pain and fear during vaccinations in adults.

Methods

This was a pilot randomized two-group parallel trial with university students receiving influenza vaccinations. Participants were stratified according to their initial needle-looking preference and randomly assigned to either look at versus away from the needle. Participants self-reported their pain and fear during vaccination.